US Bridges

Eldorado Parkway over Rowlett Creek Trib

Good

Collin County, Texas · 0.01 MI W of Independence · Structure no. 180430J00520001

Built
2005
20 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
54 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
18,593
2023 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Eldorado Parkway over Rowlett Creek Trib is a concrete culvert carrying Eldorado Parkway over Rowlett Creek Trib in Collin County, Texas. It was built in 2005, so it is 20 years old, younger than the Texas average of 44.4 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 18,593 vehicles a day, projected to reach 9,000 by 2031. The structure is 54 ft (16.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

CarriesEldorado Parkway
CrossesRowlett Creek Trib
Location0.01 MI W of Independence
RouteCity Street 0
StateTexas
Coordinates33.17434, -96.7508
Functional classUrban Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans5
Design loadUnknown
Structure length54 ft (16.5 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic18,593 (2023)
Projected traffic9,000 by 2031
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure8
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Eldorado Parkway over Rowlett Creek Trib built?

It was built in 2005, making it 20 years old in 2025.

What condition is Eldorado Parkway over Rowlett Creek Trib in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in February 2023.

How much traffic does Eldorado Parkway over Rowlett Creek Trib carry?

About 18,593 vehicles per day (2023 count).

How long is Eldorado Parkway over Rowlett Creek Trib?

The structure is 54 ft (16.5 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns Eldorado Parkway over Rowlett Creek Trib?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.